Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
macra
ID:
834140

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 18: 30 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833475

Common Names

  • Ceratostylis Macra
  • Short Ceratostylis
  • Short Bastard Cedar

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Description

Ceratostylis macra (also called Macra ceratostylis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Chrysobalanaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 15 m tall, with a trunk up to 30 cm in diameter. It is native to Central and South America, from Nicaragua south to Bolivia and Brazil, and is found in wet lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ceratostylis macra is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ceratostylis macra has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a short, straight style. The seed is a small, black, ovoid nut with a rough surface. The seedlings have short, slender stems with opposite, ovate, serrate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratostylis macra is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Ceratostylis macra

Ceratostylis macra is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.

Ceratostylis macra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratostylis macra?

Ceratostylis macra

What is the family of Ceratostylis macra?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Ceratostylis macra?

Macra Ceratostylis

Species in the Ceratostylis genus

Ceratostylis acutifolia, Ceratostylis acutilabris, Ceratostylis alata, Ceratostylis alberteduardi, Ceratostylis albiflora, Ceratostylis alpina, Ceratostylis alticola, Ceratostylis ampullacea, Ceratostylis anceps, Ceratostylis angiensis, Ceratostylis angustifolia, Ceratostylis anjasmorensis, Ceratostylis arfakensis, Ceratostylis armeria, Ceratostylis backeri, Ceratostylis baliensis, Ceratostylis borneensis, Ceratostylis braccata, Ceratostylis brachyphylla, Ceratostylis brevibrachiata, Ceratostylis breviceps, Ceratostylis breviclavata, Ceratostylis brevicostata, Ceratostylis brevipes, Ceratostylis bulbophylli, Ceratostylis caespitosa, Ceratostylis calcarata, Ceratostylis calceiformis, Ceratostylis capitata, Ceratostylis cebolleta, Ceratostylis ciliolata, Ceratostylis clathrata, Ceratostylis clavata, Ceratostylis compressicaulis, Ceratostylis crassifolia, Ceratostylis crassilingua, Ceratostylis crassipetala, Ceratostylis culminicola, Ceratostylis curvimentum, Ceratostylis dataensis, Ceratostylis dischorensis, Ceratostylis elmeri, Ceratostylis eria, Ceratostylis evrardii, Ceratostylis ficinioides, Ceratostylis flavescens, Ceratostylis formicifera, Ceratostylis glabra, Ceratostylis glabriflora, Ceratostylis gracilicaulis,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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